The creative potential in paper as a raw material is almost unlimited. Paper Secret 2 returns to the world of papercraft to explore it in its diverse applications, whether cut, curled, stacked, cast, folded, pulped or slotted together. The artists and designers within push paper to its limits, using unique visual effects such as form and shadow to create projects that range from room-filling installation pieces to impossibly delicate life-sized paper hummingbirds. With projects in fashion, personal art, advertising, design and more, Paper Secret 2 reveals the infinite creative freedom and unlimited possibilities hidden within paper.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 248

Dimensions: 190 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 01-07-2016

The DIY phenomenon is growing, and at the hand of expert artists in the world of illustration and papercraft, we managed to gather 37 printed templates of excellent quality on couché paper of 200 gr, with which to create fabulous toys. We find all kinds of figures, always with a simple pattern, designed with all kinds of details, creating different reliefs to simulate volume and give more realism to our toys, accomplishing a true work of art.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 112

Dimensions: 215 x 275 mm

Publication Date: 29-07-2016

Every Saturday for the best part of a decade, thousands of people have been turning to the pages of the British newspaper The Independent to read Michael Glover’s thoughts about a particular piece of art. Pithy, astute, erudite, often humorous, and always engaging, these enormously popular essays are filled with compelling and entertaining observations as well as trenchant commentary about art, history, culture, and humanity. Collected for the first time in book form, this selection of 50 essays—a number of which have been exclusively written for this volume—is organized in an unexpected manner, allowing readers to see connections and juxtapositions between works. Their subjects cover an enormous span in terms of style, era, and geography—from Rembrandt’s Bathsheba with King David’s Letter and El Greco’s The Vision of St. John to Ai Wei Wei’s Iron Tree and Georgia O’Keeffe’s Single Lily with Red. All the texts are accompanied by full-color illustrations of the work in focus. With its compact format, this book is the perfect companion to a day at the museum, but also lends itself to leisurely dipping in-and-out of, either at home or as part of a daily commute. A great gift for art lovers, this book will also introduce Michael Glover to a host of new readers eager to learn about art from a charming and knowledgeable teacher.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 224

Dimensions: 165 x 240 mm

Publication Date: 03-09-2016

In this richly illustrated guide, personal stylist Dagmar Vorwerk reveals important tips and tricks about fashion and styling. She shows, with numerous case studies from the world of fashion and celebrities, what makes a successful look. This handbook to style will appeal not only to women considering a radical change in their style, but also to those who simply want to cultivate their look.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 232

Dimensions: 122 x 180 mm

Encylopedia of Classic & Vintage Stitches is the ultimate sourcebook for stitchwork practitioners: a compendium of 245 embroidery stitches photographed close-up, accompanied by stitch-by-stitch instructions, plus hundreds of illustrations and meticulous charts and diagrams. Twenty-four superb projects offer practice-makes-perfect work on every kind of embroidery, from cross-stitching and huck-weaving, crewel and needlelace to smocking and bargello. The finished products? An array of skill-displaying samplers, a Victorian brooch cushion, glittering Shisha bag, silk ribbon floral pane, Hardanger tablemat, and more, in a portfolio of beautiful handiwork. A must-have reference for beginners and the experienced alike.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 176

Dimensions: 217 x 280 mm

Publication Date: 06-04-2016

Create a teddy bear, propeller plane, Russian doll, fire engine, and other cuddly toys with this easy-to-follow book. Knitters will treasure this guide to crafting 20 fanciful toys that appeal to boys and girls alike. Toys range from such traditional items as a bunny and a puppy to winsome versions of more unusual animal companions ― a snake, bumblebee, mouse, caterpillar, and other endearing creatures. There are step-by-step directions for each of the toys — several with bonus accessories to knit — as well as color photographs of the completed projects. Suitable for knitters at all levels of experience, these toys make wonderful gifts and cherished keepsakes.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 112

Dimensions: 210 x 280 mm

Publication Date: 11-07-2016

Oskar, a charming raven, loves trees, red cherries, and the smell of spring. He also loves rain, snow, clouds, books, and the moon. With this book’s simple, boldly colored, and beautiful illustrations, children are invited into Oskar’s world and in turn to explore the wonders of the world around them. As she has done in her previous books, such as Grumpy Cat and Before I Wake Up…, Britta Teckentrup combines evocative art with a storyline that will appeal to children and those who read to them. Asking, “What do you love?” Oskar Loves… invites all of us to take a moment to appreciate the world we inhabit.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 190 x 245 mm

Publication Date: 01-08-2016

Against a pastel backdrop of falling leaves and raindrops, a young boy learns how to make new friends and cherish the old. “Two hundred and sixty-nine days,” counts a freckle-faced, rosy-cheeked boy. His goodbye to his best friend is still fresh within his young heart. Though his companion has moved away, she sends surprise notes and chocolate bars by post, assuaging his pain and bringing a smile to his face. The support of his loving family and the arrival of a new neighbor with her striped cat combine with his optimism to slow the rainfall and welcome the possibility of a new friendship. Change is a constant in the worlds of adults and children alike. Friends Forever’s poignant story addresses change’s unexpected arrival and, through a softly colored palette, shows that change can be soothed by fond memories. The poetic text by Norwegian author Roald Kaldestad narrates the journey of the protagonist as he teaches readers to embrace the present and appreciate the joys of a bluer sky.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 210 x 290 mm

Publication Date: 05-09-2016

The Lion and the Mouse with The Donkey and the Lapdog Enjoy the wisdom and fun of Aesop's timeless tales in this easy-toread series. Specially designed to encourage the development of reading skills, the stories feature large, clear type, short sentences and fun illustrations, helping to build the confidence and ability of young readers.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 24

Dimensions: 214 x 244 mm

The Hare and the Tortoise with The Sick Lion Enjoy the wisdom and fun of Aesop's timeless tales in this easy-toread series. Specially designed to encourage the development of reading skills, the stories feature large, clear type, short sentences and fun illustrations, helping to build the confidence and ability of young readers.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 24

Dimensions: 214 x 244 mm